Is Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract safe in cosmetics?
Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract has a safety rating of "MODERATE" in our database. EU status: permitted. US status: permitted.
Moderate
Cosmetic Ingredient
Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract
INCI: FERULA ASSA-FOETIDA EXTRACT
Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract (CAS 90028-70-9) is a cosmetic cosmetic ingredient functioning as Skin conditioning, masking. EU Regulation 1223/2009 status: permitted. Industrial safety data is also available in the chemical safety database.
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Function
Skin conditioning, masking
Safety Rating
MODERATE
Regulatory Status
EU EU Status
permitted
US US Status
permitted
US Notes
Permitted - FDA GRAS for food; no cosmetic prohibition
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Safety Data
Margin of Safety, dermal absorption, and sensitization profile summaries for Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract.
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Expert Verdict
Expert safety assessment and concern-level summary for Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract.
Regulatory Flags
plant-extract
potential-allergen
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract allowed in the EU?
Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract do in cosmetics?
Ferula Assa-Foetida (Asafetida) Extract functions as: Skin conditioning, masking. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: 90028-70-9.
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